Pima Eye Institute PC

11/19/2025

Understanding diabetic retinopathy is the first step toward protecting your vision.
At Pima Eye Institute, we encourage all patients with diabetes to stay informed and stay proactive about their eye health. 👁️💙

Learn more from the American Academy of Ophthalmology here:
🔗 https://www.aao.org/eye-health/diseases/what-is-diabetic-retinopathy?utm_source=HIgherLogic&utm_medium=newsletter&utm_campaign=EyeSmart

11/18/2025

✨ The holidays are almost here — and there’s no better time to ditch your glasses before the photos start snapping! 🎄✨

Imagine surprising your family and friends with a new look… or simply being able to take in every moment of the season without the hassle of frames.

At Pima Eye Institute, we’re here to help you enjoy the holidays with comfort, confidence, and freedom. From gatherings to gift-giving, you deserve to experience the season without anything getting in the way.

🎁 Treat yourself to the gift of visual freedom this year — your holiday moments will feel even more magical.
🌟
🌟
🌟

11/13/2025

🌎💛 World Kindness Day 💛🌎

At Pima Eye Institute, we’re reminded every day how a simple act of kindness can make a world of difference. Whether it’s a warm smile, a gentle word, or a helping hand — kindness has the power to heal, connect, and inspire.

We never truly know what someone else may be going through, but we do have the power to make their day a little brighter. Today, and every day, let’s choose compassion, patience, and understanding.

Because in a world that can often feel uncertain, kindness is the one thing we can all give freely. 💫

You Care, We Care, Eye Care. 🌻

11/12/2025

👁️✨Are you 40 years of age and up? Refractive Lens Exchange (RLE) could be your answer!

Unlike LASIK, which reshapes the cornea, RLE replaces your natural lens with a premium intraocular lens — correcting vision, preventing cataracts, and reducing the need for glasses.

Perfect for those 40+ wanting long-term clarity and freedom from lenses!

Ask your ophthalmologist if premium lenses are right for your lifestyle. 💫

Schedule your FREE LASIK evaluation today! 📲 520.229.1554

11/11/2025

🇺🇸 Honoring Our Veterans 🇺🇸

Today, we pause to honor the brave men and women who have served our country with courage, dedication, and sacrifice. At Pima Eye Institute, we are deeply grateful for their service and the freedoms we enjoy because of it.

Thank you, Veterans, for your strength, resilience, and unwavering commitment. ❤️🤍💙

11/07/2025

👁️ Is It Time to Consider Cataract Surgery?

Cataracts develop slowly, and many people don’t realize just how much their vision has changed until it’s noticeably affecting daily life. Here are a few key signs it might be time to schedule an appointment:

✨ Blurry or cloudy vision — things just don’t look as sharp or vibrant as they used to.
🌙 Glare or halos around lights — driving at night has become more difficult.
📚 Frequent prescription changes — if you’re constantly updating your glasses or contact lenses.
🌈 Faded colors — everything starts to look dull or yellowed.
☀️ Difficulty with bright lights — sunlight or indoor lighting feels more intense.

At Pima Eye Institute, our ophthalmologists specialize in advanced cataract evaluation and surgery — helping restore clarity, color, and confidence in your vision.

💡 Ask your ophthalmologist if premium lenses could be a great fit for your lifestyle! These advanced lenses can reduce your need for glasses after surgery and help you see more clearly at all distances.

If any of these signs sound familiar, it may be time for a comprehensive eye exam — your eyes deserve it!

📞 Call us today to schedule your cataract consultation. 520.229.1554

11/05/2025

🎄 Still squinting at the Christmas lights? There’s still time to see the holidays in high definition! 👀✨

Get LASIK before the holidays and wake up to a clearer world — no glasses fogging up, no contacts drying out, just crystal-clear vision for all the magic (and photos!) this season brings.

📅 Schedule your FREE LASIK evaluation today at Pima Eye Institute — because your eyes deserve the gift of perfect vision! 💫
📲 520.229.1554

🎄
🎄
🎄

11/04/2025

Happy National Ophthalmic Technician Week! 🎉

This week, we’re celebrating the incredible technicians who are truly the heart of Pima Eye Institute. 💙
Their skill, compassion, and dedication help ensure every patient receives the best care and experience possible. From guiding patients through exams to assisting our doctors with precision and care — they do it all with a smile (and often a sense of humor that keeps our days bright!).

We’re beyond grateful for our amazing ophthalmic techs and everything they do to make our team and patients shine. 👏

10/31/2025

👁️🎃 Happy Halloween from Pima Eye Institute!

Legend has it that on Halloween night, a spooky pair of eyes roamed the streets — searching for the perfect costume. 👻
But everywhere they looked, things were a little… blurry. 👓
They tried on witch hats, vampire capes, even zombie makeup — but still couldn’t quite see what they were missing.

That’s when they stopped by Pima Eye Institute. 🩺✨
One quick visit later, those eyes could finally focus — and they’ve been seeing clearly ever since!

Moral of the story: Don’t let scary vision sneak up on you.
Keep your eyes healthy, happy, and ready for all the tricks and treats to come! 🍬👁️

10/29/2025

🎉🎂 Please join us in wishing a very Happy Birthday to Dr. Tavares! 🎉

We hope your day is filled with joy, laughter, and all the things that make you feel celebrated! 💙
Thank you for all that you do for your patients and our team — we’re so lucky to have you! 👏👁️

Drop a 🎉 or 💙 in the comments to help us wish her the happiest of birthdays!

10/28/2025

🚨 Honoring Our First Responders Today! 👩‍🚒👮‍♂️🚑

On First Responders Day, we want to recognize the incredible men and women who put their lives on the line every day to keep our communities safe. Your dedication, bravery, and quick action save lives — and that includes protecting one of our most precious gifts: sight. 👁️

Eye injuries are one of the most common hazards for first responders, whether from debris, chemicals, or trauma on the job. At Pima Eye Institute, we’re deeply grateful for all that you do and are here to help care for and protect your vision — so you can continue looking out for all of us. 💙

10/27/2025

👁️ Ever wonder what an ophthalmologist actually does? 🤔

We get this question all the time — and it’s a great one! 🙌

Ophthalmologists are medical doctors who specialize in eye and vision care — to advanced treatments and surgeries.

Learn more from the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) here 👇

🔗 https://www.aao.org/eye-health/tips-prevention/what-is-ophthalmologist or click the link in our story.

Knowledge is power 💪 — and understanding your eye care options helps keep your vision at its best! 👓💙

At Pima Eye Institute, we’re proud to have both ophthalmologists and an optometrist on our team — so you’re always in the right hands! 👁️
Whether it’s a medical eye concern or a vision check, call us at 520.229.1554, and we’ll make sure you’re scheduled with the provider best suited for your care.

Not sure when to see an ophthalmologist or what they actually treat? Discover how these eye doctors differ from optometrists—and why it matters for your vision.